Real life of Coronation Street's Gail Platt actress Helen Worth - age, famous first marriage, heartbreaking tragedy and quitting soap

Coronation Street star Tina O'Brien has suggested Sarah Barlow could strike up a new relationship on the cobbles - but not of the romantic kind. The actress is famed for playing the daughter of matriarch Gail Platt in the ITV soap.

Coronation Street star Charlotte Jordan has seemingly teased her hopes for a new romance for her ITV soap character Daisy Midgeley on the cobbles. The actress has recently been enjoying a break in the sunshine after ditching the UK for Barcelona.

Coronation Street fans have been begging for Leanne Battersby to see what's really going on as she becomes further involved with The Institute and her mentor Rowan Cunliffe.

Coronation Street star Tony Maudsley was flooded with comments as he was seen reuniting with a former co-star - but not from his soap role. The actor is currently known for portraying George Shuttleworth in the ITV soap.

Coronation Street fans were horrified as legendary Ken Barlow (played by Bill Roache) collapsed on Monday (10 June) night's episode.The moment has left viewers in fear that they may be able to lose yet another main character following the news of actress Helen Worth’s, who portrays Gail Platt, exit. During the episode, Ken was enjoying a drink with his friends in The Rovers pub when he took a strange turn - suddenly feeling dizzy, he gripped the table for support.

Coronation Street star Claire Sweeney has been flooded with messages as she melted fans' hearts with sweet pictures of herself and her son enjoying a sun-soaked break away from the UK.

Coronation Street star Peter Ash found himself answering back to his on-screen mum as he was seen ditching the UK to an outpouring of messages from his fans. The actor took to social media over the weekend to reveal he'd swapped Weatherfield for Portugal for a few days of fun.

Coronation Street star Lucy Fallon has been told 'it's ridiculous' by her castmate as she continues her break away from the cobbles. The actress recently swapped Weatherfield for Dubai with her boyfriend Ryan Ledson and their son as well as some of their friends.

Coronation Street fans have been left stunned after uncovering one of the soap's newest cast members' surprsie appearance in an iconic Noughties music video. Emrhys Cooper joined the ITV soap as Rown Cunliffe earlier this year.

Coronation Street star Channique Sterling-Brown wasn't the only one sharing the love for one of her co-stars as she celebrated a special day. The actress, known for playing Dee-Dee Bailey in the ITV soap, was among those publically sharing their messages to Tanisha Gorey.

Shockwaves went through the soap world this week when Helen Worth announced she'd be quitting Coronation Street after five decades on the famous cobbles. The actress, as many know, is famed for playing Gail Platt in the ITV soap having joined back in 1979.

Corrie legend Helen Worth, known for her iconic role as Gail Platt, is rumoured to be swapping the cobbles for the dance floor or even the jungle following her surprise announcement that she's leaving the soap after an impressive 50-year stint.The 73 year old actress left fans in shock this week when she revealed her plans to say goodbye to Weatherfield.The soap's producers have promised viewers an "emotional" exit and a "major storyline" for Gail as she prepares to depart at the end of the year. But the buzz has quickly shifted to what's next for Helen.

Coronation Street veteran Helen Worth, known for playing the cobbles' Gail Platt for the last 50 years, is preaping to say goodbye to Weatherfield, much to the shock of the soap's fans. Her exit - which will be shown at the end of the year - has also left Corrie bosses wondering what it means for the future of her on-screen family, with one speculating that another icon could follow her out.

Coronation Street legend Helen Worth is rumoured to be lined up for Strictly Come Dancing after leaving the cobbles and her role as Gail Platt for good. Helen, 73, made a shock announcement to soap fans, that she would be leaving Weatherfield and Gail behind after an incredible five decades on the ITV show. Now, odds for her to join the BBC celebrity dance show have skyrocketed.

Coronation Street’s Helen Worth has been spotted for the first time since quitting the soap after an incredible five decades - and she looked rather downcast.The Corrie legend, who has played Gail Platt for 50 years, was spotted out in London shopping at Sainsbury’s, sporting casual jeans and a padded coat. Helen, 73, announced her departure from the soap on Wednesday 5 June, issuing a statement via ITV that said: "This year felt like the perfect time to leave the show after celebrating 50 years in the most wonderful job on the most wonderful street in the world. I made the decision at the start of the year and spoke to the producers who were very kind and understanding.

This Morning's very own 'Queen of Soaps' has had her say on the news that Gail Platt will be saying farewell to Weatherfield. Coronation Street confirmed that Helen Worth will be leaving the ITV soap with her exit scenes airing at the end of the year.

Christine Lampard dropped a bombshell on Loose Women as she hosted the show with Coronation Street's Sally Dynevor, Brenda Edwards, and special guest Sarah Ferguson. Viewers were left gobsmacked when, just minutes into the show, Christine announced some shocking news. Corrie legend Helen Worth has decided to leave the cobbles after an incredible 50 years.

Actress Helen Worth has delivered a heartbreaking goodbye message after announcing that she has quit her role in Coronation Street after five decades. Helen, who is 73 and currently celebrating 50 years as Gail, said in her announcement: “This year felt like the perfect time to leave the show after celebrating 50 years in the most wonderful job on the most wonderful street in the world.” She went on to explain: “I made the decision at the start of the year and spoke to the producers who were very kind and understanding.

Coronation Street fans think they've figured out the shocking way that Gail Platt will leave the soap in an explosive storyline that will end Helen Worth's incredible 50 years on the iconic programme. On Wednesday, 5 June, the soap world was shocked as actress Helen, 73, announced that she would be leaving the show, after initially joining the cast in 1974.

Sally Dynevor, mid-interview on Loose Women, was taken aback by the sudden revelation that her Coronation Street co-star, Helen Worth, has decided to leave the show. After gracing our screens for an impressive five decades in the role of Gail Platt, Helen decided to step away from the iconic soap.The surprising news left Sally feeling shocked and she shared her admiration for her long-time friend. Sally, 61, emotionally confessed: "She really is a Corrie legend.